Level 3 AAQ in Medical Science

Course Code: Q274196

Key Information

Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
Sixth Form Campus
Start Date:
08 Sept 2025
Duration:
2 years
Attendance:
Full-time

Fees:

Free

Science student looks through microscope in science laboratory

Medical Science is dedicated to understanding the human body, diagnosing diseases, developing treatments, and promoting overall health. It integrates various scientific disciplines to study the structure and function of the body, the mechanisims of diseases, and the ways to prevent and cure health issues.

Mandatory units include:

Human health and disease
Physiological measurement techniques
Medical science research methods
Medicines and treatment of disease
Clinical laboratory techniques
Medical case study.

Apply

Did you know?

This course can be combined with additional A Levels or a Sixth Form vocational course.

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths.

Learners interested in this qualification will most likely have already enjoyed and been successful in science. The minimum requirement is a double 4 in science.

You will have two lessons per week - one morning and one afternoon.

3 units of work will be assesed by external exams, and 3 units by internal assessment/NEA.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

Students will become involved in a broad range of activities, from basic research in laboratories, to clinical trials and direct patient care.